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Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe

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Oct 25 2025

1h

Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Chicken Tikka Masala in just 1h . Tender chicken cooked in a spiced creamy tomato sauce.

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Ingredients

Marinated Chicken

Creamy Tomato Sauce

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

1. Prepare the Marinade

In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, garam masala, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, cayenne pepper, salt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Mix well to create a marinade.

2. Marinate Chicken

Add the boneless chicken thighs to the marinade. Ensure all pieces are coated evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).

Cooking the Chicken

3. Cook the Chicken

Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little oil if needed. Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off excess, and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.

Making the Sauce

4. Sauté Onions and Aromatics

In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

5. Add Tomatoes and Simmer

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, and stir well. Season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and let cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Add Cream and Chicken

Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the heavy cream. Add the grilled chicken pieces to the sauce and simmer for another 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

7. Finish with Coriander

Stir in the chopped coriander leaves just before serving for a fresh burst of flavor.

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